Economic Development Officer - Stratford, Canada - Perth County

Perth County

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Stratford, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Employment Opportunity

Position:

Economic Development Officer (12month contract)
Start Date:
May 13, 2024
Employment Status:
Temporary Full-Time (12month contract)
Reporting To:
Manager of Economic Development & Tourism
Union Affiliation:
Nonunion
Posting Date:
March 22, 2024
Closing Date
April 3, 2024 at 4:30pm
Position Summary:
If you are eager to work in a team-based organization that expects employees to exercise critical thinking, make reasonable decisions and build organizational capabilities, then you are who we are looking for.
The Economic Development Officer will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of programs to support, sustain and strengthen business in Perth County. This 12month contract position will provide support to ensure the effective delivery of Economic Development priorities and work plan. In addition, the role will support member municipalities and other County departments. The position will advance community and business development including marketing, business attraction, business retention and expansion, economic development policies and tools, marketing and promotion of the County.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide support and assist the Manager of Economic Development & Tourism with projects and initiatives identified in County's Strategic Plan including setting goals, timelines and systems for measuring results
Actively participates in and provides support for special projects
Assist with developing professional quality marketing and outreach strategies for the County to further Economic Development, including newsletters, web and social media content, print, electronic communications, and advertising campaigns
Maintain Economic Development information and statistics including Investment Property inventory, Investment Prospectus/Community Profile, economic and demographic information and Business Directory
Support the Manager of Economic Development & Tourism with communications with member municipalities, County business organizations, stakeholders, businesses, media, and the public to strengthen business development, marketing and communications efforts
Assist in identifying and recruiting new industry to attract to the County and providing support to existing industry and businesses
Ensure all Economic Development related meetings have an agenda, minutes, action items and documentation as needed and assist in maintaining files
Assist the Manager of Economic Development & Tourism as a resource and support person and by attending meetings for regional initiatives and at the member municipal level
Represent the Economic Development Office at public events, conferences and tradeshows
Make effective presentations to Municipal Councils and events to support outreach and promotion of the County and its Economic Development initiatives
Develop draft marketing pieces to further Economic Development priorities
Develop and maintain a contact management system/database for managing Economic Development leads
Assist in the development of communications to stakeholders within the community using various forms (e.g. social media, newsletters, advertising etc.)
Assist in planning and implementing public information campaigns and special events pertaining to economic development
Assist in the review of external documents to ensure that the County's Accessible Communications policy and guidelines are being met
Manage and update corporate website and social media pages for Economic Development and Tourism
Maintain the Perth County business directory
Act as a resource for local BIAs, Business Associations, Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Advisory Committees etc. Attend meetings on behalf of Perth County
Advocate on behalf of the region and the industry to municipal, provincial and general governments
Be in constant contact with Perth County business community to facilitate training, offer support and respond to inquiries. (BA5 Events, Business Tours, Videography)
Assist with general office administration support
Proactively identify projects and initiatives that support strategic priorities
Develop programs that respond to the needs of Perth County businesses. (Welcoming Communities Training, Succession Planning Session)
Maintain awareness of economic trends and best practices to support management and Council decisionmaking
Plan and organize investment visits with various stakeholders and investors
Out of country travel to tradeshows and trade missions
Ensure that Occupational Health and Safety practices and County of Perth policies and procedures are adhered to; wear any personal protective equipment required to ensure personal safety and report any known hazards and/or incidents in the workplace to immediate Supervisor
Other duties as assigned by Manager